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  1. R

    1962 Magnavox console restoration

    I recently scored a turntable from goodwill for really cheap. Everything works- the turntable, radio, and speaker are loud! After doing some digging, I’ve found it is a 1962 Magnavox Micromatic model 1ST622R. I barely found any information online other than forums. I don’t know anything about...
  2. I

    Vintage magnavox component system (cabinet)

    Hey audiophiles; Looking for some advice and or direction on an old school magnavox cabinet. Definitely seems to be unique, as I haven’t found a similar cabinet online so far. Ended up getting it for 40$. Even got some bonus 8 tracks. Van Halen, Aerosmith, Steve miller band and Styx! Thought...
  3. W

    Restoring Magnavox Micromatic Turntable

    I purchased a Magnavox stereo console from a thrift store earlier this year and I'm working to restore the turntable. The changer is a Magnavox Imperial Micromatic. After tearing it down and cleaning/lubing everything I can get the turntable to spin and it keep accurate speed. However, I can't...
  4. acme97

    Another Magnavox Micromatic question

    Hello! I've happened upon a very clean Magnavox Micromatic record changer, pulled from a console no doubt. This is the fairly ubiquitous changer everybody remembers from the '60s, with the curved black "serpant" arm. I notice is has a 3-pin connector to the motor, and two RCA connections for...
  5. M

    Tone arm and Cartridge Wiring Help Needed!

    Audiokarma. After replacing everything else on my Magnavox Micromatic, I attempted to replace the cartridge and wiring harness. The original harness had 2 metal-jacketed wires…brown and grey. The jackets were used for grounds. I ordered a new harness and cartridge from V-M. I used the green...
  6. rolf logan

    When I turn up the Volume, I get a hum.

    I'm restoring an old Magnavox Stereo Console Model 1SC 268F, with a Collaro turntable. Not sure the year, but 60's era for sure. I've cleaned and lubricated the record changer. I've cleaned the cartridge, put in a new needle, and replaced the tone arm wiring. See Photos. The changer works...
  7. S

    Magnavox 90 ultra tracking turntable help with tonearm weight adjustment

    Which way to turn thumb screw in back of tonearm on my magnavox 90 ultra track turntable. I want to lessen tracking force Can anyone help me?
  8. OLLIE31770

    ISO Magnavox Micromatic mounting hardware screws

    I recently was gifted a portable suitcase style Magnavox Micromatic turntable in need of repair. Upon inspection it only needed minor repair, but I found all 3 of the strange shaped mounting screws had snapped. The weight and jostling of the turntable in an upright position had caused the...
  9. L

    Magnavox/Collaro Changer problem

    I could write a long description of what's wrong, but a video is worth a thousand words. The Youtube link is a video of me trying to get my Magnavox Imperial Micromatic to play after changing the record. Please take a look. I couldn't find a good answer in my searches. Hope someone here can...
  10. L

    Neoprene washers - Magnavox spindle

    Hi folks. I’m new here, but have been lurking and trying to learn. I am trying to restore and rebuild 2 magnavox imperial micromatic turntables. I’m missing a few parts While removing the spindle washers, I noticed in one of them, there is a severely degraded “resilient washers of neoprene”...
  11. L

    New guy in GA

    hello folks, I’ve been lurking and learning, mainly because I’ve come into possession of my grandfather’s Magnavox W712 console turntable, as well as a couple of Magnavox/collaro imperial micromatics. I’m missing some parts and learning as I go. Looking forward to learning more from everyone...
  12. J

    Newbie Magnavox Micromatic W620 questions

    I picked up a late 60's Magnavox console (Model 1P3804) with a Micromatic turntable. I did some quick cleaning and greasing of the unit under the platter but I have not touched the motor or took the unit out to clean any components on the bottom side. The unit seems to be working well, but I do...
  13. S

    Magnavox Micromatic W620 running slow at cold start

    Hello Folks, First time posting here, I looked around but didn't see another post that answered my question so presenting this to the group. Picked up a nice Magnovox console last week with a Micromatic W620 turntable. Like most people's experience when buying vintage equipment the turntable...
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